Operational Underwriting Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking an Operational Underwriting Assistant based in Leeds or Manchester. This entry-level role is perfect for individuals early in their insurance careers, offering a supportive environment and opportunities for professional growth. The position involves collaborating with underwriters, managing client relations, and enhancing property insurance knowledge.

Benefits

Bonus opportunity of 6% of annual salary

Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Up to 40% discount on Aviva products

Annual free Aviva shares through share schemes

Flexible working arrangements

Paid volunteering days

Wellbeing support and tools

Qualifications

• Experience in claims advisory, broker support, or insurance administration is ideal.
• Newly qualified insurance professionals are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Support underwriters with renewals and new business.
• Provide excellent service to brokers and clients.
• Contribute to team strategy and growth.

Skills

Attention to detail

IT systems proficiency

Time management

Knowledge of property insurance

Relationship building

Job description

**Operational Underwriting Assistant**

Starting Salary £25,100

Locations: Leeds or Manchester

This role is suitable for individuals early in their insurance career or transitioning into underwriting from related fields. Ideal candidates have experience as claims advisors, broker support, or insurance administrators, and are eager to move into underwriting. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy data work, and thrive collaboratively, this could be a great fit. Newly qualified insurance professionals or those wishing to deepen their property insurance knowledge are encouraged to apply.

About the role:

You will join the Corporate Property team within Global Corporate and Specialty (GCS). Your primary responsibilities include supporting underwriters with renewals and new business, providing excellent service to brokers and clients, and contributing to team strategy and growth. Collaboration and teamwork are highly valued.

Skills and experience required:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in IT systems
• Effective time and resource management
• Knowledge of property insurance
• Ability to build positive relationships with brokers and clients

Benefits:

• Starting salary of £25,100 (dependent on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
• Bonus opportunity of 6% of annual salary, based on performance
• Generous pension scheme with up to 14% contribution from Aviva
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares annually through the Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave
• Flexible benefits, including sustainability options like cycle to work
• Paid volunteering days and community involvement
• Wellbeing support and tools

Inclusivity:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time and job shares, are considered. Our flexible working model involves spending around 50% of time in the office, balancing flexibility with collaboration.